The Environmental Co-Op is a temporary developmental position assisting in department projects to maintain compliance with environmental permits, perform data analysis and other related environmental requirements. 

The Environmental Co-Op may also need to work outside normal business hours depending on project needs. In addition, the Environmental Co-Op will occasionally work in the field visiting substations, energy centers, transmission, monitoring locations, transmission distribution sites, and other office locations. 

This opportunity is available for the following timeframes:   

May - December 2025 Fall Co-Op

Key Responsibilities 

Assist department personnel in providing technical support and ownership of environmental programs including NPDES, SPCC, greenhouse gas emissions, waste disposal, remediation, recycling and environmental training and communication.  Assist department personnel in performing inspections related to environmental compliance.  Assist in the environmental permitting process.  Assist writing environmental reports and analyses.  Learn applicable environmental regulations and requirements.  Other developmental projects as assigned. 

Qualifications 

Must be in student status working towards a degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Engineering, Sustainability, or related environmental field from an accredited college or university required.  Cumulative GPA of 2.5 is required, 3.0 or higher is preferred. 

If end date is listed, the posting will come down at 12:00 am on that date:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.